BCIT Jan 2013 Applicants

[Chhun3]

Just wanted to get something started as I will be applying for this intake. Let's get this thread going. Fill me in on who you are and why you are applying bcit's nursing program.

I was told that BCIT is the most recognized institution of all nursing schools in BC. There clinical hours which I like and it's a 3 year program. It is also the most competitive, therefore the brightest, smartest, and well rounded individuals will be there. I want to be associated with a competitive environment, makes me work harder and we can learn from each other.

I am currently at kwantlen completing my pre reqs. I have completed my 1st year english and 1st year psych. I will be taking libs 7001 and 7002, 200 level psych course and 2 other bio courses.

[careubc]

Yes. If they wanted letters as well as references they would have said that. They distinctly said only two reference forms - no more. I'm sure they have enough work to go through and evaluate with everyone handing in two reference forms each - I think that is why they said 'Do not submit more than two references.' in larger print in the email.

[babywhisperer333, BSN]

Yes! 2 forms. No extra letters. They have everything you have ever submitted and only want those 2 forms now. No extra letters etc.

[Josquare]

HI everyone! Very glad that I found this website and found this post! I have been shortlisted for the 2013 intake as well, and having problems with the reference letters now. I have two references on hand already, but I am confused about the job description part. Can I write up a detailed job description myself and attach it to one of my reference letter? ( My current job is a pharmacy technician. ) However, I put a summary of my job on the resume submitted a few months ago. I am afraid it might be redundant.

Any suggestions are appreciated.

[dmak26]

Jeez Louise XD I dont remember there being so much confusion about these references last April.

If anyone was wondering, my employer/volunteer person didn't write any additional info. So don't feel you need to request an encyclopedia from them.

[babywhisperer333, BSN]

Josquare- pharmacy tech is enough of a description. I'm sure they know what one does :)

[Josquare]

Thank you Smiley!!! I guess I will just submit them and be patient!

[Nurse goog]

Congrats to all those that got shortlisted!

[Nurse goog]

@Smiley65, do you work for the BCIT nursing dept?

[dog_prints]

@BulmaBriefs, I sent you a PM :)

[babywhisperer333, BSN]

Hey :) I don't work for the nursing department.I am in the program and communicate regularly with them.

[chemis3]

Congrats to everyone that was shortlisted. The letter they sent says people who applied to the last intake don't have to send references unless they want to update them. So i don't think i'm sending one in since i'd be getting them from the same people anyway and they were great references. It just feels weird not to be sending anything. :S Anyone got any advice?

[Old Soul]

Congrats to everyone that has been shortlisted so far. I've been following along with you for some time, and I sympathize with everyone's anxiety. This is my second time applying.

Smiley, thank you for all of your contributions in this forum. Can you give me a rough description of what your schedule was like for level 1? I noticed that level 1 is suppose to be 17 weeks, did you finish in May? And final question, if you have completed the liberal studies requirements, do you have to take anything during the summer?

Good luck to everyone!